UK UK- Savernake Forest, near Marlborough, Wiltshire, John Doe, charred body, 25 August 2025.

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Horrified dog walker finds ‘charred’ dead body at woodland beauty spot

Wiltshire Police has launched an investigation after the body of a man was discovered by a dog walker at Savernake Forest, just outside Marlborough this week

www.mirror.co.uk

''The body of a man was discovered at Savernake Forest, just outside Marlborough, Wiltshire, at around 8am on Monday. Emergency services rushed to the scene after the dog walker alerted police.''

"Enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding their death and to identify their next of kin. There will be an increased policing presence in the area over the coming days.''

 

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Body in woods was 'burnt' as police confirm 'sudden death'

Human remains found in a popular Wiltshire walking spot had been 'burnt' say police, as investigators descend on the site.

www.wiltshiretimes.co.uk

''The spokesperson added: "This is being treated as a non-suspicious death but as with all investigations of this nature we are keeping an open mind and following all lines of enquiry.

"We ask the public and media not to speculate about the case."

 

[ZaZara]

Body in woods was 'burnt' as police confirm 'sudden death'

Human remains found in a popular Wiltshire walking spot had been 'burnt' say police, as investigators descend on the site.

www.wiltshiretimes.co.uk

''The spokesperson added: "This is being treated as a non-suspicious death but as with all investigations of this nature we are keeping an open mind and following all lines of enquiry.

"We ask the public and media not to speculate about the case."

Wiltshire Police officers rushed to the scene near Charcoal Burners Road ....... really??

 

[windrower]

A weird, small world thing.

I’m in the USA, and yesterday streamed a Prime Video series, “A Confession.” Savernake Forest, which I’d never heard of before, figures into the disappearance of a young woman. Based on a true story.

A Confession (TV Mini Series 2019) - IMDb​

A Confession: With Martin Freeman, Siobhan Finneran, Imelda Staunton, Peter Wight. DSU Stephen Fulcher intends on catching a killer of a missing woman, even if that may cost him his career and reputation.

 

[Cardgame]

A weird, small world thing.

I’m in the USA, and yesterday streamed a Prime Video series, “A Confession.” Savernake Forest, which I’d never heard of before, figures into the disappearance of a young woman. Based on a true story.

A Confession (TV Mini Series 2019) - IMDb​

A Confession: With Martin Freeman, Siobhan Finneran, Imelda Staunton, Peter Wight. DSU Stephen Fulcher intends on catching a killer of a missing woman, even if that may cost him his career and reputation.

I had never heard of it either until last week when I actually visited this wood for the first time. It is very beautiful and large with some very interesting old trees.

What a strange story.

 

[starlightstarbright]

I’m intrigued that it’s being classed as a non-suspicious death. Did the person indicate self harm in some way? I can’t think of any of way this wouldn’t be a little bit suspicious.

 

[Susikatze]

I’m intrigued that it’s being classed as a non-suspicious death. Did the person indicate self harm in some way? I can’t think of any of way this wouldn’t be a little bit suspicious.

Not terribly uncommon, some cases of accidental burning happened before (often drunk or otherwise impaired people that dropped a burning cigarette on their flammable clothing, bedding etc) and there are also examples of suicides by pills that before they conked out put gasoline on their clothes and set themselves on fire.

In this case with LE stating so clearly it is classified as non suspicious but they’re of course open to new developments if necessary, I believe the evidence for a non suspicious death must be compelling

 

[MelmothTheLost]

Wiltshire Police officers rushed to the scene near Charcoal Burners Road ....... really??

Yup. Charcoal burning was a very widespread activity in English woodlands up to the mid 18th century. Initially it produced charcoal for use in blacksmiths' smithies and small scale iron smelting. Later, for about 100 years, it was produced in larger quantities for the furnaces of the early industrial revolution until the demand outstripped supply and other fuels were adopted, including the development of coke.

It still goes on on a small scale today producing very high quality barbecue charcoal. You can even go on courses to learn how to do it.

Charcoal Burning Course - DevonShireFarm

Charcoal Burning Course for the professional, woodland owner or seious hobbyist taught by your instructor with over 25 years experience.

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Charcoal making course - basic - learn to burn

Our basic Charcoal making course is an introduction to the world of charcoal burning and will leave you with the basic skills needed to run a harth

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Charcoal Burning Courses | The Dorset Charcoal Company

Learn the Art of Charcoal Burning with Jim Bettle of the Dorset Charcoal Company, to learn about the complete process of charcoal production. Including Emptying, filling and firing of a large kiln, also small scale charcoal production using a 40 gallon drum.

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